Graduate Sensory Scientist - R&D Testing & Data

Unilever; Wirral; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Unilever is seeking a Graduate Sensory Specialist to join our fast-paced Research & Development environment at the Port Sunlight facility in Wirral. This full-time temporary role is for six months, with a 37.5-hour week and compensation up to £36,000 depending on experience.

You will work with experienced sensory scientists to plan and deliver sensory studies and human panel testing, gaining practical industry exposure within a global FMCG business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in a relevant scientific subject with sensory or consumer research exposure.
• Understanding of research methods, study design, data analysis or scientific testing.
• Good analytical skills and confidence working with data.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and coordination of sensory studies and human panel testing.
• Help organise testing schedules, participants, materials and study logistics.
• Support training and coordination of sensory panellists.
• Follow procedures to ensure studies are completed accurately and consistently.
• Check and maintain sensory study data.
• Assist with analysis and interpretation of sensory and consumer research results.
• Prepare clear reports and presentations summarising study findings.
• Collaborate with sensory scientists, panellists, researchers, and product teams.
• Support the introduction of new sensory methods, tools and processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in Sensory Science

Food Science

Consumer Science

Psychology

Neuroscience

Chemistry

Biological Sciences

Job description

Unilever is seeking a Graduate Sensory Specialist to join our fast-paced Research & Development environment at the Port Sunlight facility in Wirral. This full-time temporary role is for six months, with a 37.5-hour week and compensation up to £36,000 depending on experience.

You will work with experienced sensory scientists to plan and deliver sensory studies and human panel testing, gaining practical industry exposure within a global FMCG business.